Asheville, NC - Eating Alfresco in Asheville

Two of the best reasons to enjoy Asheville are the fantastic (although variable) weather, and the amazing food, so what better way to combine this than to enjoy eating alfresco? The thing is, with sidewalk space at a bit of a premium, it’s important to know some of the best cafes and restaurants that provide great outdoor dining experiences.

Fortunately, there are some lovely places with great outdoor spaces where you can enjoy a delicious bite to eat and a local brew; we’ve rounded up some of the best for you below.

Many thanks to all of the awesome people that contributed to this Reddit thread and helped to build this list.

Alfresco dining in Downtown Asheville

Ben’s Tune Up – Just a few steps from Downtown Asheville, Ben’s Tune Up provides a relaxed atmosphere and Chinese / Polynesian food with lots of choice for vegetarians and some great outdoor seating space, plus a good selection of local draught beer; you can locate Ben’s Tune Up here

Mayfel’s – A Southern style restaurant serving food influenced by the Deep South and Louisiana, they have two patio areas, so depending on how much of a background buzz you want, the choice is yours; Mayfel’s are located here

Hopefully, you’ll be able to find a restaurant here to your tastes, and enjoy the great weather, excellent food, tasty beer and friendly vibe that Asheville is known for. If you’ve got any more recommendations for places with great outdoor and alfresco dining, please let us know in the comments.

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